Category Archives: inner peace

Lookin’ like a Christian?

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Steve Simms

 

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For the best defense, don’t take offense

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Steve Simms

Life offers many opportunities to be offended. Try not to take them. Taking offense is a huge expense that can bankrupt relationships and separate friends. The “take offense — get angry — hold resentment” sequence doesn’t make sense. Perhaps we should … Continue reading →

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Church can be like a full 747 sitting on the tarmac with no fuel

Posted on May 21, 2018 by Steve Simms

Having church without the active leading of the Spirit is like sitting on the tarmac in a full 747 with no fuel. A plane full of people won’t go anywhere without fuel. Neither will a church without the supernatural working of … Continue reading →

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The best thing to do with a bad thought

Posted on November 11, 2017 by Steve Simms

A human mind, polluted with various forms of negativity, produces a life overflowing with the same pollutants. I think, therefore I am . . . not going to think negatively! One thing I’m positive about is that thinking negatively is never … Continue reading →

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Self-forgetting is invigorating

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Steve Simms

A mind set on self is often upset. Self-focus is a ball & chain. To be selfless is to run free. A pampered “self” is never fully satisfied. Self-forgetting is the key to happiness. Self-interest is such a tiny & … Continue reading →

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Our violent world desperately needs the message of ONE. http://amzn.to/2fU7hn8

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Steve Simms

Attacking & injuring people with words is the first step toward violence. Be kind. To stop the growth of evil in society, we all need to stop allowing it in our own hearts & minds. Since evil acts begin in … Continue reading →

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The Jesus-Serenity Prayer

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Steve Simms

The Jesus-Serenity Prayer: God, grant me the serenity that comes from the risen Jesus Christ, the courage to daily follow and obey Him, and the wisdom to make a difference. Serenity is nice. Jesus-serenity is astounding!

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Fitness, training, exercise, & working out?

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Steve Simms

Sports training testifies to what dedicated workouts do. Perhaps Christians should meet for dedicated spiritual workouts. Love life; keep spiritually fit! Bodybuilding is good. Soul building is better! You need the reps! Don’t settle for just praying once in a while! Keep … Continue reading →

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Content that can make a heart content

Posted on June 10, 2017 by Steve Simms

Human hearts are very relatable & connect in community when they are drawn out of hiding by authentic content. To be content is to step beyond torment, anxiety, & turmoil & let peace settle in. Quantity & contentment are unrelated. … Continue reading →

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Making lovely places in your life

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Steve Simms

I can’t make human society a lovely place; but with Jesus’ help I can make my own mind and heart lovely places. Let Jesus’ presence & power open like a flower in your life. A flower flows with inner life. … Continue reading →

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